ELECTRIC STOVE HEATER Models: FS2213B OWNER S MANUAL WARNING Read and understand this entire owner s manual, including all safety information, before plugging in or using this product. Failure to do so could result in fire, electric shock, or serious personal injury. CAUTION Keep this owner s manual for future reference. If you sell or give this product away, make sure this manual accompanies this product. NO VENTING REQUIRED 120V AC; 60 Hz; Adjustable 750 or 1500 Watts
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS! WARNING l Read all instructions before using this heater! l This heater is hot when in use. To avoid burns, DO NOT let bare skin touch hot surfaces. If provided, use handles when moving this heater. Keep combustible materials, such as furniture, pillows, bedding, papers, clothes, and curtains at least 3 feet (0.9m) from the front of the heater, and keep them away from the sides and rear. l Extreme caution is necessary when any heater is used by or near children or invalids and whenever the heater is left operating and unattended. l DO NOT operate any heater with a damaged cord or plug or after the heater malfunctions, has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Discard heater, or return to authorized service facility for examination and/or repair. l DO NOT run power cord under carpeting. DO NOT cover power cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. DO NOT route power cord under furniture or appliances. Arrange power cord away from traffic area, and where it will not be tripped over. l Connect to properly grounded outlets ONLY. l DO NOT insert or allow foreign objects to enter any ventilation or exhaust opening, as this may cause electric shock or fire, or damage the heater. l To prevent a possible fire, DO NOT block air intakes or exhaust in any manner. Doing so could cause a fire. DO NOT use on soft surfaces, like a bed, where openings may become blocked. l A heater has hot and arcing or sparking parts inside. DO NOT use it in areas where gasoline, paint, or flammable liquids are used or stored. l Use this heater only as described in this manual. Any other use not recommended by the manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock, or injury to persons. l ALWAYS plug heaters directly into a wall outlet/receptacle. NEVER use with an extension cord or relocatable power tap (outlet/power strip). l DO NOT place the heater near a bed because objects such as pillows or blankets can fall off the bed and be ignited by the heater. l NEVER use this heater in bathrooms, laundry rooms, or any other location where the heater could fall into a bathtub or pool, become damp, or come in contact with water. l AVOID FIRE! Regularly inspect all air vents to make sure they are free from dust, lint, or other blockage. Unplug the unit and clean with a vacuum ONLY. DO NOT rinse or get wet. l ALWAYS attach all four legs before plugging in or turning on this heater! Failure to do so could result in fire. l NEVER plug in or turn on this heater with the air vents touching the ground! Doing so could result in fire. 2
WARNING l For residential use only! NOT for commercial use! Any commercial or public use of this heater voids all warranties, and could cause injury. l This product is not intended to be a primary heat source. It is for supplemental heat only. l INDOOR use only! NEVER use this heater outdoors! Doing so may result in electric shock! l Risk of electric shock! DO NOT OPEN! No user-serviceable parts inside! l NEVER modify this heater. Doing so could result in personal injury or property damage. Modification of this fireplace completely voids all warranties. l ALWAYS turn this heater off before unplugging it from the outlet. l ALWAYS disconnect this unit from the power supply before performing any assembly or cleaning, or before relocating the electric fireplace. l NEVER leave this heater unattended. ALWAYS unplug this heater when not in use. l ALWAYS store this heater in a dry location. NEVER use the fireplace if it has become wet. l Place the heater near a wall outlet so an extension cord is not needed. If an extension cord is needed, the gauge of the cord must be at least 14AWG, and the rating must be at least 1875 Watts. NEVER use a smaller gauge cord with a lower rating. Doing so may result in fire or electric shock. l ONLY use this heater on a 120V AC 15-Amp grounded circuit. NEVER overload the circuit. If this heater trips the circuit breaker, unplug all other appliances on the same circuit before the next use. Avoid plugging other appliances into the same circuit as this heater. l NEVER plug this heater into an outlet that is old, cracked, or has any loose wires or connections. Plugging this heater into a faulty outlet could result in electric arcing within the outlet that could cause the outlet to overheat or catch fire. l ALWAYS check your heater cord and plug connections with each use! i) MAKE SURE the plug fits tight in the outlet! Faulty wall outlet connections or loose plugs can cause the outlet to overheat. ii) Heaters draw more current than small appliances. Overheating may occur even if it has not occurred with the use of other appliances. iii) During use check frequently to see if the plug outlet or faceplate is HOT! iv) If the outlet or faceplate is HOT, discontinue use immediately and have a qualified electrician inspect and/or replace the faulty outlets. l The power cord supplied with the heater has three prongs: two flat blades (live and neutral) and one round pin (ground). If a 3-slot receptacle is not available, an adapter MUST be used. The adapter MUST be properly grounded to the outlet box (see figure at right). [NOTE: Adapter NOT INCLUDED.] l SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! 3
PREPARATION l Remove all parts and hardware from the carton and place them on a clean, soft, and dry surface. Make sure all parts are dry, and the power cord and plug are not damaged. See IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION on pages 2 and 3. l Compare the contents with the parts list to make sure nothing is missing. l Dispose of all packaging materials properly. l Please recycle whenever possible. TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY l Phillips ( + ) screwdriver (not included) PARTS AND HARDWARE Item Description Qty A Stove 1 B Legs 4 C Screws 8 C A B 4
ASSEMBLY ALWAYS make sure the unit is unplugged before beginning assembly! NEVER move or clean the heater, or change the bulbs, while it is plugged in. C B C Tab A 1) Carefully turn the STOVE (A) upside down and lay it on a clean soft surface. 2) Insert the TAB of one LEG (B) into the SLOT in the corner of the stove frame. 3) Thread two SCREWS (C) through the holes in the leg and into the stove frame. Partially tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver. 4) Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the other three legs. 5) Check the alignment and tighten all 8 screws securely with the screwdriver. DO NOT over-tighten the screws. ALWAYS attach the feet before using! NEVER plug in or operate this unit if the feet are not securely attached! OPERATION Control Panel: Lower right hand corner of the insert. Open the door to access it. 5
Control Panel Functions CONTROL OPERATION / FUNCTION ON / OFF FLAME ADJUSTMENT TEMPERATURE CONTROL ON: Press the power switch ON. The power indicator light will glow, and the flame effect will turn on. OFF: Press the power switch OFF. All functions will turn off. FLAME ADJUSTMENT: This knob controls the brightness of the flame effect. Turn the knob to the right (High) to brighten the flame effect Turn the knob to the left (Low) to dim the flame effect. (NOTE: The ON/OFF switch turns the flame effect on and off. The flame effect will not turn off unless the power is turned off.) TEMPERATURE CONTROL: This knob controls the thermostat that turns the heat on and off to maintain the desired temperature. Turn the knob to the desired setting. The heat will turn on and off automatically to maintain the set temperature. (NOTE: If the room temperature is above the thermostat setting, the heater will not turn on. NOTICE When the heat function is used for the first time, a slight odor may be present. This is normal and should not occur again unless the heater is not used for an extended period of time. TEMPERATURE LIMITING CONTROL This heater is equipped with a Temperature Limiting Control. Should the heater reach an unsafe temperature (212 F / 100 C), the heater will automatically turn OFF. To reset: 1. Unplug the power cord from the outlet. 2. Turn the ON/OFF switch on the CONTROL PANEL to OFF. 3. Wait 5 minutes. 4. Inspect the fireplace to make sure no vents are blocked, or clogged with dust or lint. If they are, use a vacuum to clean the vent areas. 5. With the POWER switch OFF, plug the power cord back into the outlet. 6. If the problem continues, have your outlet and wiring inspected by a professional. CARE AND MAINTENANCE ALWAYS turn the heater OFF and unplug the power cord from the outlet before cleaning, changing the light bulbs, or moving this stove. Failure to do so could result in electric shock, fire, or personal injury. 6
CLEANING NEVER immerse in water or spray with water. Doing so could result in electric shock, fire, or personal injury. Metal: Buff using a soft cloth, slightly dampened with a citrus oil-based product. DO NOT use brass polish or household cleaners as these will damage the metal. Glass: Use glass cleaner and dry thoroughly with a paper towel or lint-free cloth. NEVER use abrasive cleansers or any cleaner that could scratch the surface. Plastic: Wipe with a slightly damp cloth and a mild solution of dish soap and warm water. Vents: Use a vacuum or duster to remove dust and dirt from the heater and vent areas. MAINTENANCE Risk of electric shock! DO NOT OPEN the main panels! No user-serviceable parts inside! Storage: Store heater in a clean dry place when not in use. Electrical and Moving Parts: The fan and motors are lubricated at the factory and will not require lubrication for the life of the stove. Except for the light bulbs, all electrical parts and components are integrated into the heater and are not serviceable by the consumer. Light Bulb Inspection and Replacement: The flame effect is created by two 40-Watt light bulbs with an E-12 (small) socket base. Use only this same type of bulb as a replacement. If the flame effect does not work, the bulbs may have come loose or been damaged during shipping. Light bulbs become very hot during use. Allow at least 10 minutes for the bulbs to cool before touching. To inspect or replace the bulbs, first unplug the power cord from the outlet. Locate the access panel on the back of the stove. Remove the screws and the panel. Check the bulbs to be sure they are finger tight and in working order. Replace any damaged or faulty bulbs. Reattach the access panel. Do not operate this heater without the access panel in place. Do not remove the back cover. There are no serviceable parts inside. LIMITED WARRANTY This warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in material and workmanship as of the date of purchase and that it will, under normal use and proper care, remain so for 30 days from the date of purchase. Missing or initially defective parts will be replaced free of 7
charge during the period of this limited warranty. If parts are unavailable, comparable replacement or refund will be given. The original dated sales receipt is required for all warranty claims. This warranty does not cover damage which has occurred during transport from the point of purchase to the consumer s home. This warranty does not cover glass, light bulbs, or batteries. This product is for residential use only. Any and all commercial use of this product voids all warranties, and frees the manufacturer from all liability. Read and understand all assembly and operating instructions, and all safety information and warnings, before use. The following will void this warranty: Damage caused from tampering with, modifying, or altering the fireplace insert in any manner; Damage due to incorrect assembly, improper care, misuse, or abuse; Damage from being used with the wrong power source; Water damage; Damage caused from this insert being used outdoors; Damage caused from this insert being used for excessive periods of time; Damage caused by the insert being used in a commercial application; Damage from use as a primary heat source; Other misuse or abuse not specifically listed herein. This product is not intended to be used as a primary heat source. Dura Global Sourcing Inc.(hereafter, DURA), its directors, officers, or agents, will not be liable to the purchaser or any third party, whether in contract, in tort, or on any other basis, for any indirect, special, punitive, exemplary, consequential, or incidental loss, cost, or damage arising out of or in connection with the sale, maintenance, use, or inability to use this product, even if DURA, or its directors, officers, or agents have been advised of the possibility of such losses, costs or damages, or if such losses, costs, or damages are foreseeable. In no event will DURA, or its officers, directors, or agents be liable for any direct losses, costs, or damages that exceed the purchase price of the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to the purchaser. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Thank you for purchasing this product! If you have questions about the assembly or operation of this product, are missing parts, or have defective parts, please e-mail us at... info@duraglobal.com 8